The service academies use what is called the Thayer method where cadets are placed in small classroom standing based on their class rank--the theory being these groups can be proceed at their own pace.

Assistant Attorney General Scot Kline, representing the state, called Thayer as a witness and introduced his December, 2008 letter, which also said in part: "This year, the Vermont legislature and the Vermont PSB Public Service Board will decide whether to allow for the continued operation of Vermont Yankee for another 20 years."